Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Iron by Madisyn Carlin

Book: Iron

Author: Madisyn Carlin

Genre: Christian Fantasy/Fairytale Retelling

Release date: September 30, 2022

Enforcing justice comes with a price.

Detective Redwyn “Red” Deathan will stop at nothing to uncover those behind the ruthless kidnappings of multiple children. But things are not as they seem, and Red’s efforts are thwarted at every turn. With each discovery the danger grows, putting Red and the lives of those she cares about at risk. Can she reveal the mastermind’s identity before she herself becomes a target?

IRON is a Christian, New Adult, Fantasy Fairytale Retelling

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I am not one who normally reads Christian Fantasy books, although this author is a WONDERFUL writer and I was intrigued by the synopsis. Iron by Madisyn Carlin is Book 1 in The Redwyn Chronicles series.

Detective Redwyn “Red” Deathan realizes that time is of the essence. Children have been being kidnapped and she needs to find them as soon as possible. The Kidnappers know that she is on their trail and they keep trying to change paths and keep Redwyn at bay. Redwyn realizes that as time passes, the danger increases. Will Redwyn find the Children and the Kidnappers before it is too late? Will she be able to dodge any danger in her way or those of the children?

WOW, this book captivated me from the very first chapter. I couldn't put it down. I really LOVE this book is a retelling of a Fairytale. Detective Redwyn is a determined young woman who wants to stop the kidnappings. Chamonix is a wonderful woman who battles health issues and she is someone who wants to make others happy. The Author does tackle the hard topic of Child Trafficking, but the author is graceful with her approach to it. The twists and turns really kept the storyline exciting and non-predictable. I truly LOVED this book and I am looking forward to reading more in this series. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Fairytales, Fantasy, and Christian Fiction. WONDERFUL BOOK!

Madisyn Carlin is a Christian, homeschool graduate, blogger, voracious bookdragon, and author. When not spending time with her family or trekking through the mountains, she weaves tales of redemption, faith, and action.

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More from Madisyn

There are many original Cinderella stories, from all cultures and languages. Perhaps the two most common tales, however, are Frenchman Charles Perrault’s (also called Cendrillon) and the German Brothers Grimm’s Aschenputtel. The majority of these originals, and Brothers Grimm’s in particular, are not the sparkles-and-magic versions we are more familiar with. They are darker, bloodier, and deadlier, though they still possess an amazing display of creativity and storytelling.

The iconic, classical Disney retelling drew from Perrault’s version. I based IRON off a blend of Aschenputtel and Perrault’s, with very little influence garnered from Disney’s. Although I wanted it to be obvious IRON is a fairy tale retelling, I also wanted to put an often-unfound spin on it, which is where Redwyn and her occupation shine through. In addition, I am a firm believer there is no such thing as ”love at first sight”, also called ”insta love”, which is quite common in many fairy tales and retellings.

Instead, I wanted to present a nonmagical retelling based on faith, family, and bravery. Perhaps that is why this story turned out rawer and much more touching than I ever imagined. Within the pages of this book loyalty drives characters to step outside their comfortable boundaries and preferences, desperation reminds them why they need God, and bravery takes root even in those who thought themselves hopeless cowards.

Heavy faith elements, feathers, cranky horses, wolves, sinister plots, a creepy forest, and more take this story beyond the typical plot found in Cinderella retellings. There’s also humor, sarcasm, and a feisty detective who can’t quite grasp the concept of tactfulness.

So, if you enjoy fairy tale retellings with a plentitude of faith, humor, and action, IRON might be the book for you.

You can find IRON’s inspiration board here.